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melt-in-your-mouth sushi plus futuristic animated fun: first time in tokyo, japan 🤖
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items as a type-a travel maximalist i always curated packed itineraries to get the best bang for my buck – especially with only 3 days to spare in tokyo! taste the same omakase delights that i did while immersing yourself in the traditions of historic japa...
find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-tokyo
find the full travel guide here: destination195.com/destinations/3-days-in-tokyo
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good eats 🍤
things to do in tokyo 🏎️
good eats 🍤
everywhere i ate during my 3 days in tokyo – this carefully curated list hits on a range of filling, fine-dining experiences from internationally inspired omakase to a catch-your-own-dinner activity. beginning at the top of the list and working your ...
a filling yakiniku lunch in which you’ll cook an assorted plate of meats over an open grill—be sure to order a side of white rice to make the meal heartier and a side of pineapple to add a touch of caramelized sweetness 🥩
Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ
a hidden 12-course omakase restaurant with four counter seats serving a culinary trip around the world, as each piece of sushi is crafted in the theme of countries around the world 🍣
The Bellwood
get ingredients straight from the source at one of the world's largest wholesale fish markets. for a sweet treat, stop at the soratsuki booth selling sugar-coated strawberry skewers and fruit-flavored mochi 🐟
Tsukiji Outer Market
fish for your entrée (literally) which is quickly prepared according to your preferences and accompanies the nigiri and appetizers included as part of the set course 🎣
Zauo
tightly packed, narrow alleys retaining the charming post-war japan atmosphere amidst 200+ unique tiny bars each with their own themed decor 🍶
Golden-Gai
the famed sukiyabashi jiro branch run by the second son of chef jiro ono—a sublime edomae, or tokyo-style concept handed down from the renowned main restaurant, meaning the quality of the sushi served is sure to be divine 🐡
Sukiyabashi Jiro Roppongi Hills
like all the other locations of this iconic establishment, a meal at nobu is sure to encompass some of the most delicious peruvian-japanese fusion seafood dishes you’ve ever tasted 🍱
Nobu Tokyo
things to do in tokyo 🏎️
discover the top sacred sites and modern metropolitan luxuries to explore with 3 days in tokyo. following this list from the top down, race through the streets of shibuya, relax with a traditional head massage, or watch sumo wrestlers duke it out—the...
a free shinto shrine inside a serene forested area—the full grounds cover 170 acres and include around 120,000 trees of 365 different species, creating a peaceful oasis in the heart of tokyo 🌳
Meiji Jingu
colorful, character-filled avenue with everything from rainbow cotton candy the size of your head to mini pig cafes and more 🐷
Takeshita Street
wearing onesie character customers, strap into go-karts and take off, tokyo drifting down the streets of shibuya 🏎️
Street Kart Shibuya
promoting hair growth via in-house developed tonics specially prepped to penetrate the dermis layer of your scalp, this healing treatment combines the best of hair case and massage techniques 💆♀️
Head Spa Belle Cheveu
file into the glass, high-speed elevator up to the observation deck offering stunning 360° panoramic views of the twinkling tokyo skyline for only ¥2,500 🌆
Shibuya Sky
the primary residence of the emperor of japan and the center of japanese imperial power since the meiji restoration—the grounds can only be explored via a free guided tour 🏯
Imperial Palace
the tallest structure in japan when completed in 1958, today a prominent symbol of tokyo's post-war rebirth and modernization during the country’s 20th century economic resurgence—two observation decks at 150 and 250 meters provide spectacular panora...
Tokyo Tower
the main temple of the jodo sect of japanese buddhism with a beautiful gold interior open to the public accompanied by the rich musky scent of burning incense 🌟
Zōjō-ji
one of tokyo's oldest public parks with peaceful walking paths in the heart of the city 🎎
Shiba Park
if visiting during one of the three annual grand sumo tournaments in january, may, and september, then marvel at this rich tradition combining athletic prowess, ritualistic discipline, and deep-rooted heritage. otherwise, tour a sumo stable to observ...
Ryogoku Kokugikan
“if tiktok shop came to life," this national chain is famous for their vast and eclectic range of cheap products including everything from groceries, electronics, and household goods to clothing, cosmetics, and luxury items—and good luck getting the ...
Don Quijote
three distinct garden styles—traditional japanese landscape, formal french, and an english landscape garden—in one of tokyo's most popular spots for hanami with over 1,000 cherry trees of various species blooming at different spring times 🌸
Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden
repair broken pottery with gold lacquer in a kintsugi class to turn something old into something new which is just as, or even more beautiful than before 🏺
TNCA Studio
tokyo’s oldest temple founded in 645 AD dedicated to the buddhist goddess of mercy and compassion reached via nakamise-dori, a lively shopping street filled with over eighty stalls selling traditional snacks, souvenirs, and crafts to worshippers 🕋
Sensō-ji
renowned for over 170 shops specializing in kitchenware, pottery, and ceramics, from everyday dishes to artisan tea sets, sake cups, and rice bowls 🍽️
Kappabashi-dori